The Watch Appreciation Thread (Reviews and Photos of Men's Timepieces by Rolex, Patek Philippe, Brei

[Cleav]

Cool BD, I was torn too but fell rad side of the fence. Just a difference . Looking around now...

 

[in stitches]



since we're all JLC fanbois and enablers here, heads up -
http://www.styleforum.net/t/299764/jlc-master-grande-ultra-thin/0_50

noice. if only in gold. and free.

 

[HRoi]

you probably spent that much in NMWA swag alone broseph

 

[in stitches]



you probably spent that much in NMWA swag alone broseph

more.

 

[dopey]



It is a dated design, but not necessarily out-of-date. I like the 70s cases a lot, having three Autavias and the Mark II in my collection. The thing about the (original) Mark II, is that it never quite caught on. Not in 1969 and not as a collectors item later. It has always been about the moon watch. So very nice Mk IIs are available for cheap, at least considering what a nice chrono it is, in a fun and funky package.

Here is an old pic of mine, I dug it out tonight and will be wearing it tomorrow. Thanks for reminding me, Omega I have the correct bracelet, but I much prefer it on mesh. Omega makes the best mesh!

This is a great watch. I have the Speedmaster 125, which is different, but a similar aesthetic.

 

[Warren G.]



Spoiler: Warning: Spoiler!

It is a dated design, but not necessarily out-of-date. I like the 70s cases a lot, having three Autavias and the Mark II in my collection. The thing about the (original) Mark II, is that it never quite caught on. Not in 1969 and not as a collectors item later. It has always been about the moon watch. So very nice Mk IIs are available for cheap, at least considering what a nice chrono it is, in a fun and funky package.

Here is an old pic of mine, I dug it out tonight and will be wearing it tomorrow. Thanks for reminding me, Omega I have the correct bracelet, but I much prefer it on mesh. Omega makes the best mesh!

very nice.. I like that case, pretty cool.

 

[Kaplan]



 A while back I tried on a Radiomir, I think it was the 323, that was on the most amazing sueded croc strap.  I think they call it the "Jules Verne" strap for some reason.  Now that's OEM of course, but as a concept...well...I've never seen such a pimp-tastic and luxurious watch strap.  GO do one too, that I saw on a grey-dial Pano Reserve.

Review of the Jules Verne strap here, by a (former) SF member.

While it is rather spectacular, a personal note on tan straps: I got a nice and rather substantial 5mm thick Bruno calf strap for my Luminor in about the same tan colour as the Jules Verne, and only after wearing it did I find the colour too light, so I ended up giving it to a friend. Of course, YMMV and all that.

 

[TheTukker]

Many thanks for all the quick responses - very much appreciated! This is why I think this thread is pretty much a hidden gem; you can get pretty unbiased views here (unlike certain watch fora, where there are many people with 'vested interests'). After reading the responses, it quickly hit me: this watch is not for me (took me months to think that I liked it, but only a few SF responses to undo that).

Just to be clear: I was only looking at this watch in the vintage market because I don't like the current version so much. And it's not $ that made me consider this Speedy; in fact, historical reasons aside, I never understood why a manual speedy with less functionality costs more than an auto day-date speedy.

JBWarwick: it was not really about cost and I certainly don't find this a 'lesser' model. But you really nailed it with the functionality comment - many thanks! I realized that, while I like the look of a chrono, I will never use it (have plenty of analog sports watches that can probably do a much better job) and so really don't need it. So back to square 1; the search continues (which is really most of the fun anyways).

Newcomer: good point about the sports watch functionality; had not considered that either.

Mimo: many thanks for backing me here, but I think you are correct. It's about love, and I am afraid I may not have enough of it for this version.

Dino: as always, many thanks for your views - I was expecting you to find this too cluttered, which is actually very helpful to hear.

 

[dopey]

Can a modern high end watch with basic water resistance handle a steam room? Let's say your average Rolex from the 80s well maintained. Or a new one for that matter. Or a Speedmaster. I don't mean in an emergency? I mean worn regularly in a steam room and shower. Is it no-brainer safe or is it the kind of thing that would be stupid to do regularly?

 

[in stitches]

i would not do it on the reg unless i had the watch recently serviced and knew the gaskets were all ok.

 

[mimo]

Review of the Jules Verne strap here, by a (former) SF member.

While it is rather spectacular, a personal note on tan straps: I got a nice and rather substantial 5mm thick Bruno calf strap for my Luminor in about the same tan colour as the Jules Verne, and only after wearing it did I find the colour too light, so I ended up giving it to a friend. Of course, YMMV and all that.

Good stuff - why doesn't he mention the price? I would be interested to know. I didn't know it was available in another colour too: the greyish-black is like the one I saw on the GO Pano Reserve, although that might have been even nicer.



Panerai Radiomir 323:



GO Pano Reserve:

 

[kungapa]

Long time no see, you twats

Just got an email from Fellows - so decided to check out the auction. For us non-mega-ballers, there's some great stuff, especially saw a JLC Lyre Perpetual Calendar in YG going for not too much.

Check it out:

http://www.fellows.co.uk/1389-lot-7...aperfilter=0&threesixty=0&vhigh=20000&vlow=40

33mm though - so not for the people needing big bulky watches to compensate. I would kop, but other bigger non-watch related acquisitions in the near future demanding funds.

Also a JLC mystery - interesting design:

http://www.fellows.co.uk/1389-lot-8...aperfilter=0&threesixty=0&vhigh=20000&vlow=40

And a memovox going for not too much:

http://www.fellows.co.uk/1389-lot-8...aperfilter=0&threesixty=0&vhigh=20000&vlow=40

 

[kungapa]

Not to mention this Rolex:

http://www.fellows.co.uk/1389-lot-1...aperfilter=0&threesixty=0&vhigh=20000&vlow=40

 

[mimo]

This is especially for @Betelgeuse and his Spitfire fascination: freebie cufflinks from Andrew Lock.

 

[Cleav]

Mimo, lovin the Omega as ever. I imagine it could tell some stories. Nice combo there too